The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it’s up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we’ll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption. We are no longer offering unrestricted module choice. If your course included unrestricted modules, your department will provide a list of modules from their own and other subject areas that you can choose from.
Duration
1 year full-time
Teaching
This masters course will give you a solid grounding in experimental science, with personal supervision and tutorials by experienced scientists, based in modern, well-equipped labs, leading to a project where you’ll design and conduct your own research. You’ll learn cutting edge science from research leaders, and gain practice in reading scientific literature and writing reports.
Assessment
Assessment is based on a combination of coursework, project work, formal examinations and a dissertation.
Your career
Through professional laboratory training and the opportunity to build clinical competence recognised by diagnostic facilities across the UK, our graduates are well equipped to pursue a career in healthcare diagnostics, working for healthcare providers such as the NHS, or companies allied to the provision of healthcare such as pharmaceutical companies.
Previous graduates are now working in roles including:
- NHS Scientist Training Programme in Genomic Counselling, Cancer Genomics and Genomics at various NHS Trusts
- Research Assistant, Wellcome Trust and Cell Guidance Systems
- Genetic Technologist at various NHS Foundation Trusts
- Lab Technician, Lisbon University
- Biotechnology Specialist, Shusaku Yamamoto
- Medical Technical Officer, UK NEQAS
- Diagnostic Scientist, Genesis Genetics
Students have also gone on to PhD training in:
- Infection, Immunity and Cardiovascular Disease
- Molecular Genetics
- Bioinformatics
Read our student profiles to find out more about the various careers our students have pursued and how the course has helped them to succeed.
Entry requirements
A 2:1 degree or equivalent university qualification in molecular biology or a related subject (eg biochemistry, genetics, biotechnology, and microbiology).
We also accept medical students who wish to intercalate their studies.
Candidates with professional experience may also be considered following interview.
Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Pathway programme for international students
If you’re an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Science and Engineering at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.
Fees and funding
- Home (2022 annual fee) : £11,500
- Overseas (2022 annual fee) : £26,200
The fee listed is for the advertised mode of study. If you’re studying for an alternative qualification or via a different mode of study (eg full-time, part-time) then the fee could be different. Due to inflation, the fee for Home students could also increase after your first year of study.
key dates
September start
Monday 29 August 2022
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Last date to request a deferral to September 2023 entry. You can request a deferral via your online application. We’re not able to consider deferral requests for applications to courses using our staged admissions process.
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Friday 9 September 2022 (17:00 British Summer Time)
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Applications close for September 2022 entry
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Monday 17 October 2022
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Last date to register for most courses
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